How many years does a cast artificial Christmas tree last and is it profitable to buy it?
Find out how many years a high-quality cast artificial Christmas tree can last, what depends on its service life and whether it is really more profitable to buy one good PE Christmas tree for many seasons than to spend money on a new one every year.
How many years does a cast artificial Christmas tree last and is it profitable to buy it?
We analyze what the service life of a cast PE Christmas tree depends on, how to store it correctly and why it should be considered when choosing not only the purchase price, but also the cost of one season of use.
A cast Christmas tree is a purchase for more than one New Year
A high-quality artificial Christmas tree is more expensive than simple models, therefore, before buying, a question logically arises: how many years will it last?
This especially applies to fully cast models, in which needles are made of PE-polyethylene. Their main advantage is not only a more natural look, and the possibility of multiple seasonal use.
There is no fixed term of service: the result depends on the quality of the design, assembly, decoration and storage conditions.
Why cast PE Christmas tree is good for multiple use
The main difference of a cast Christmas tree is the structure of the needle itself. Each conifer leg is formed as a three-dimensional element, rather than being made from thinly sliced PVC film.
Volumetric needles
Needles have a three-dimensional shape and well preserve the characteristic the appearance of a spruce leg.
Reuse
After the holidays, you can put up the Christmas tree, save and install again next season.
Stable form
With careful handling PE elements can be reused straighten after storage.
Storage
The main load on the Christmas tree does not occur during holidays, and with improper packaging.
How many years an artificial Christmas tree will last depends on what
The needle material itself is only one factor. On the condition of the Christmas tree after several seasons the entire design and manner of use is affected.
Frame quality
Trunk, hinges and attachment of branches must withstand repeated use assembly and disassembly.
Straightening the branches
It is better to form branches gradually, without sharp bends, strong stretching and twisting.
Weight of jewelry
Too heavy decor, permanently fixed on thin tips, can deform individual branches.
Storage conditions
Strong compression and heavy things the top of the box can be deformed Christmas tree much faster.
The actual usage period depends from the specific model and that how it is collected, disassembled and stored.
How to properly store a cast Christmas tree
Even an expensive model can lose its shape, if you literally stuff it every year in a box that is too small.
Spacious packaging
Branches must fit without excessive compression and strong kinks.
Dry place
For long-term storage it is better to choose a dry room without permanent moisture.
No pressure from above
Do not put on the box heavy objects, which will press on the branches for months.
Remove all decor
It is better to remove before packing balls, ribbons, garlands and other decorative elements.
Is it profitable to buy a more expensive cast Christmas tree?
For such a product, it is better to look not only for the purchase price, and on cost of one season of use.
For example, if a cast Christmas tree costs UAH 8,000 and is used for eight seasons:
8,000 ÷ 8 = 1,000 UAH per season.
If it is used for ten seasons, the conditional value is already UAH 800 for one New Year.
This is not a prediction of the service life of a specific model, and a simple way to correctly evaluate long-term purchase cost.
Cast PE Christmas tree or budget PVC?
Both options have the right to exist. The difference is primarily in appearance, needle material and budget.
PVC Christmas tree
Typically has a lower starting price. The needle is formed from thin PVC strips, therefore the appearance depends more from the density and quality of the material.
Cast PE Christmas tree
It costs more, but it has three-dimensional cast needle elements, which imitate much better the structure of a natural branch.
Combined Christmas trees can have molded PE branches on the outside and PVC inside the crown. This allows you to reduce the price, while maintaining an attractive appearance.
And if you buy a live Christmas tree every year?
Here is another cost model: live tree must be bought anew every season.
Live Christmas tree
annual purchase, transportation, shedding of needles is possible and the need for disposal after the holidays.
Artificial cast
Purchased once after the holidays is made up and reused in the following New Year seasons.
Who should especially consider a cast Christmas tree
For many seasons
The longer the Christmas tree is used, the smaller the conditional becomes cost of one season.
For home
Not required every year look for a new Christmas tree: it is already stored at home.
For business
Office, shop, restaurant or need a hotel New Year's decoration every year.
Realism is important
Cast needles are especially appropriate, when the Christmas tree is often seen from a close distance.
When a 100% cast Christmas tree is optional
Fully cast model — not the only correct option.
If the budget is limited, and the Christmas tree will stand further from the viewer or will be used mainly as a background decoration, worth considering high-quality combined model.
Such a Christmas tree has the outer part of the crown can be made of cast PE branches, and the inner volume is made of PVC. This allows you to get an attractive look at a lower price.
What to check if you need a Christmas tree for many years
Needle material
check the is the model completely cast, combined or PVC.
Frame
Pay attention on the central trunk, fasteners and branches.
Stable stand
Especially important for tall and heavy artificial Christmas trees.
Correct height
The Christmas tree should be normal fit in the room without constant compression of the apex.
First, determine the desired height of the Christmas tree
Service life is important, but it is equally important to choose the right size. Too big Christmas tree will be inconvenient both during installation and during storage.
If you choose a model for an apartment, read our article "Which artificial Christmas tree is best for an apartment: 150, 180 or 210 cm" .
And all available models can be viewed in the category artificial Christmas trees .
Frequently asked questions about the lifespan of an artificial Christmas tree
How many years does a cast artificial Christmas tree last?
Does PE pine deteriorate over time?
Which lasts longer — PE or PVC?
Is it profitable to buy an expensive artificial Christmas tree?
How to extend the life of a Christmas tree?
Do I need to keep the factory box?
Is it possible to change the style of one Christmas tree every year?
Is it necessary to buy a 100% cast Christmas tree?
A good artificial Christmas tree should be evaluated in the perspective of several seasons
A high-quality cast PE Christmas tree is bought for more than one New Year. With proper assembly and storage it can be used repeatedly, therefore, it should be taken into account when choosing not only the price today, but also the quality of materials and the cost of one season.
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